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President’s Column
Margaret Saavedra
NOVEMBER GENERAL MEETING
Wednesday, November 7th 2018
6:00 p.m.
PILGRIM TERRACE
649 Pilgrim Terrace Dr.
(off Mococ Rd near La
Cumbre Jr. Hi.
PROGRAM: Migrant Clubs: Gil Garcia
Election of SIX BOARD MEMBERS But you
must be present in order to vote.
Reservation by email: “[email protected].”—-
phone: 805-304-3737) RSVP NOW, ‘CAUSE
THERE WILL BE NO FURTHER REMINDER
Price: $27.00
Our first annual raffle was a success!!!
At our October General Membership meet-
ing we drew the names of the winners, story
is inside. We made enough money to cover our expenses, pay our prizes and end with a
decent amount to benefit our many charities
in Puerto Vallarta, such as the Law Enforce-
ment Exchange and taking growing towers
to PV.
Our November General Meeting is
coming up, it will be at the Pilgrim Terrace.
Pilgrim Terrace is not a restaurant, please
be sure to RSVP.
Our December General Meeting is
our annual POSADA event and will also
take place at the Pilgrim Terrace .
Our annual Puerto Vallarta visit is
Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta
Sister City Committee Newsletter
NOVEMBER 2018
Appetizers
Green chile and chicken empanada
Ahi Tuna one bite tostada with
avocado crema
Dinner
Grilled sword fish with mole sauce,
mango pico de gallo, cilantro aioli
Black beans with chipotle and queso
fresco
Calabacita w/corn and oregano
Dessert
Churros
coming up, if you are interested there is still space.
The advertised price is no longer available but contact
me or Marti to find out what your cost would be.
Margaret
NOVEMBER ‘18 PAGE 2
SISTER CITY TIES ANNOUNCED BETWEEN
PUERTO VALLARTA AND SAN FRANCISCO
Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco are now sister cities. The sisterhood, formalized under the auspices of the
U.S. Mexico Sister Cities Association, was announced on September 29, 2018, by Puerto Vallarta city offi-
cials in a ceremony celebrating the strategic partnership between the two Pacific Coast ports.
Puerto Vallarta’s Interim Mayor, Rodolfo Domínguez Monroy, led the Sept. 28 twinning ceremony, accom-
panied by the General Consul of Mexico in San Francisco, Geme Jose Gonzalez Lopez; the president of the
Tourism Commission, Martha Susana Rodriguez Mejia; and the city’s Tourism Director, Ramon Gonzalez
Lomeli.
The partnership is expected to promote cultural and commercial ties between the cities, which have shared a
historical legacy since the 1960s. The two conurbations are also both home to large LGBT communities, a
thriving demographic sector that contributes to the Puerto Vallarta’s greatness, Rodriguez Mejia noted at the
twinning ceremony.
She added that San Francisco, with the highest per-capita purchasing power in the U.S., is close to Silicon
Valley, home to small and large technology corporations from around the world, which could be replicated
and developed as a second major industry — in addition to tourism — in Puerto Vallarta.
Oliva Izaguirre, Mexico’s National President of the US Mexico Sister Cities Association, pointed out that
Puerto Vallarta serves as an important example of a city with optimistic, enthusiastic and intelligent inhabit-
ants being united with other important cities to strengthen bonds of friendship, to share experiences and to
collaborate in different areas such as culture.
In addition to celebrating the new sister city status, Mayor Dominguez Monroy also introduced a team of lo-
cal business owners who will make up the local committee to oversee the work done under the alliance,
which will also work to foster tourism. Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Aeromexico, and United Airlines all
offer direct flights between Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco.
The sisterhood between Puerto Vallarta and San Francisco is not affiliated with Sister Cities Internation-
al. The US Mexico Sister Cities Association (www.usmsca.com) is based in La Jolla, California.
PAGE 3
Becky Betancourt...a heart-warming story By Nicole Young
Spring of 2017 felt busy for Becky Betancourt, but in a good way. She and her husband, Bob, finalized their June plans for a
joyous 50th anniversary party followed by a celebratory trip to Greece. When May arrived however, Becky’s routine mammo-
gram changed the couple’s summer schedule.
Surgical oncologist Dr. Rosa Choi diagnosed the 71 year-old with breast cancer and recommended a lumpectomy. “It
was caught in time so I feel really blessed,” Becky describes with a breath of relief. “I am so grateful. How fast things can
change from one day to the next. You hear this so often that you don’t really pay attention to its meaning.” She refused to can-
cel her anniversary soiree but reluctantly traded her overseas vacation for four chemotherapy sessions and began radiation
in the fall of 2017. Acting on guidance from her medical team including medical oncologist Dr. Gregg Newman, Becky began
chemotherapy treatments followed by seven weeks of radiation, which initially seemed overwhelming and surreal. “Your
mind starts working overtime. Sometimes you’re waiting for them to start and you think, I can’t believe I am here,” she ex-
plains. Luckily, Becky “clicked” right away with radiation therapist Nicole Schmidt during her daily pilgrimage to the Radiation
Oncology Department. “It makes a world of difference to be greeted with a smile by someone who is genuinely happy to see
you,” says Becky. She heaps praise on Nicole, her radiation oncologist Dr. Shane Cotter and all of his department colleagues.
“They put you at ease and take very good care of you, doing whatever it takes to make you comfortable. They are very sup-
portive and it’s not the least bit phony.” Apparently, the feelings were mutual. “The entire staff looked forward to seeing her
every day,” shares Nicole. “Her smile and positivity was contagious.” In January of 2018, Becky neared the end of her radiation
therapy. “The support from family and friends was truly amazing,” she recounts. “And Bob was such a wonderful caretak-
er.” She decided however to skip the celebratory gathering where patients ring the famous brass bell to signify the conclusion
of treatment. At the time, ash from the Thomas fire still hung in the sky and the residents of Montecito still grappled with the
effects of devastating mudslides. “There was a cloud over Santa Barbara.
I’ve never felt it like that,” relays Becky. “Everybody was affected.” Her final
week as she sat in the waiting room, she noticed a woman who frequently
wheeled in her elderly mother for appointments. When Becky learned the
woman’s son served as a local firefighter, she changed her mind about the
bell. “I thought, my situation is nothing in comparison. I’m going to do it.
Why not?” she exclaimed. When Becky’s turn came, she rang the bell with
verve alongside her husband and close girlfriend. While her diagnosis
would remain unchanged, she clung to her ability to stay strong mentally,
boosted by encouragement from her medical team. “Going through treat-
ment isn’t a walk in the park,” she admits. “The caring and compassion of
my team helped relieve my anxiety and helped me stay positive.”
BeckyBeckyBecky
November 2018
Tuesday-Nov. 27 -
4:00 am - Santa Barbara Airbus Charter. Leave from Elks Lodge, Goleta
9:20 am - Depart LAX Alaska Airlines Flight #1210
2:29 pm - Arrive Puerto Vallarta
4:00 pm - Check-in Hotel Playa los Arcos
7:30 pm - Buffet dinner and show at Hotel Playa los Arcos
Wednesday-Nov. 28 -
9:00 am - Welcome breakfast at River Walk Café, complimentary by PV/SB Cuidadas Hermanas-
Thursday-Nov. 29 -
9:00 am - (Optional) Rotary breakfast meeting ($10) at Hotel Marriott
5:00 pm - (Optional) Rhythm of the Night Dinner/Show ($140)
Friday-Nov. 30 - free morning
7:30 - 10:00 pm-Dinner/Dance in honor of Law Enforcement Exchange. Donation
Saturday-Dec. 01 - Free day
11:00 - Andale Restuarant brunch- hosted by SB/PV Sister City
Sunday-Dec. 02 -
10:00 am - Buffet brunch at Canopy Adventure Park
5:00 pm - Peregrinación - Pilgrimage to Virgin of Guadalupe Church (wear whites)
Monday-Dec. 03 -
11:00 am - SB Rehab Clinic Visit
1:00 pm - Volcanes Sewing School visit
3:00 pm - Magisterio Visit to hostel under construction and “feed the children” program
7:00 pm - Cocktail party at President Margarita’s hotel suite at Playa los Arcos
Tuesday-Dec. 04 -
10:00 am - leave hotel for Boca de Tomatlán clinic visit
1 2:00 noon - (Optional) leave for Yelapa to visit library
(Optional) leave for visit to PV Botanic Garden
4:00 pm - Return to Hotel
Wednesday-Dec. 05 -
7:30 pm - Good-Bye dinner at Pepe & Yolanda Arellano’s Casa
Thursday-Dec. 06 -
12:00 pm - Leave for airport
3:30 pm - Depart P.V. Alaska Airlines flight #1253
4:44 pm - Arrive LAX
- Pick-up Santa Bárbara Airbus Charter
9:00 pm - Arrive Santa Barbara Elks Lodge
TENTATIVE
PUERTO VALLARTA
SCHEDULE
Our PV orientation meeting
has been set for Sunday, Nov.
18 at 3:00 pm. It will be at
the home of Marti and Gil
Garcia. Our best bet for
activities is this tentative
schedule which we intend to
follow although there might be
informational documents later.
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SUCCESSFUL RAFFLE EVENT
At the beginning of this year, thanks to Board
Member Carlos Velasco’s idea, the Board of
Directors of the Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta Sister
City held a raffle where the grand prize would be an
all expense trip to Puerto Vallarta. With approval
of the California Department that authorizes state
raffles, the raffle committee worked on posters and
tickets and started advertising. Carlos spoke on
several Santa Barbara radio stations promoting
Sister Cities and the raffle. With the committees
hard work the sale of many $100 tickets was
accomplished.
At the October general meeting the third
place winner of $500 was Maureen Evans. Second
place winner of $1,000 was Raul Gil. After a
drum roll and shouting from the members, the
grand prize of a vacation to Puerto Vallarta went to
Mr. Abraham Friend from Santa Paula. He is
employed by the Barry Man in the Ventura Office.
A big hand to Carlos Velasco and his
committee. The Board is considering other raffles
in the future.
It’s Election Time! Those in attendance at the November General Membership Meeting will have the
opportunity to select six board members. Your nominating committee has been working
hard to find members who are willing to serve on the board for a 2 year term. Thus far
here are the members who have willingly placed their names in nomination. Norma
Aldana, Sylvia Butler, Maria Garcia, Patricia Juin, Aimee Nielson and Jill Stassinos.
Nominations will be accepted from the floor also. Will any men step forward?
The voting will be by hard copy ballot and will be tabulated right there at the
meeting. Come to the General Meeting to make your voice heard.
NOTE: Because it’s “Dia de los Muertos” celebration, wear something appropriate!
...and the winner is Abraham Friend of St. Paula
The Berry Man Inc.
Wholesale Produce
205 W. Montecito Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 965-3772
Marburg Industries
Collection, Liquid Waste,
Construction & Recycle Services
728 E Yanonali St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 963-1852
http://www.marborg.com/
Mayo’s Carniceria & Tacos
Delicious Mexican Food
2704 de la Viña Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 569-1591
Cesar’s Place Restaurant
Seafood & Mexican Food
712 N. Milpas Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 884-0964
Santa Barbara Airbus
Transportation Services
750 Technology Drive
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 964-7759
http://www.sbairbus.com/
Coast Reprographics
Reprographic & Copy Services
516 E. Gutierrez St. Suite D
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 962-9155
Gilbert Garcia
122 East Arrellaga St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 965-8561
www.garciaarchitects.com/
Tacos Pipeye Mexican Food Truck
524 North Milpas
5:30 to 11:30 p.m. daily
Roberto F. Najera
Phone: (805) 963-8812
www.Anacapaconcrete.com
Buying From Amazon? 1. 1. 1. Go to: “smile.amazon.com”
2. 2. 2. Make your purchase
3. 3. 3. SB/PV will receive .5% of the
cost of your purchase. It’s that simple!
PAGE 6
BOARD OF DIRECTORS –2016-2018
MARGARET SAAVEDRA, PRESIDENT 708-0770 [email protected]
RAUL NAVARRO, EX-OFFICIO 963-5449 [email protected]
CARLOS VELASCO, 1st VICE PRES. 450-4778 [email protected]
SEBASTIAN ALDANA, 2ND VICE-PRES. 304-3637 [email protected]
MARTI CORREA de GARCIA, TREASURER 680-2163 [email protected]
ROBIN CEDERLOF, DIRECTOR 967-7426 [email protected]
JILL STASSINOS DIRECTOR 566-9939 [email protected]
JACQUELINE DURAN, DIRECTOR 284-2037 [email protected]
PATRICIA JUIN, DIRECTOR 448-5022 [email protected]
MIKE HERNANDEZ, DIRECTOR 450-0471 [email protected]
BLAS MARIA GARZA, DIRECTOR 963-9847 [email protected]
MARIA O. GARCIA, CORRES. SECT.. 681-1905 [email protected]
SYLVIA BUTLER, DIRECTOR 455-2345 [email protected]
Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta Sister City Committee
P. O. Box 3718 Santa Barbara, CA 93130
Newsletter Editor; Blas Maria Garza
Oct 12, 2018 from Mexico
Sister City Conference Held in Jalisco
SB/PV sister city members Marti Correa de Garcia, Maria Garcia, Romi Alvarado and Gil Garcia attended
a one day US/Mexico Sister Cities International work shop in the City of Arandas, Mexico with Mexico’s
regional Mayors and their Sister city committees in attendance. The Workshop Theme was: “Think Globally,
Thrive Locally with International services network alliances.”
Speakers on the subject included Gil Garcia speaking for SOCAL, Ismael Perez in behalf of Puerto
Vallarta Sur Rotary and Nancy Huppert from Sister Cities International.
The three participating city mayors from San Julian, San Miguel del Alta, and Yahualica hosted the
visitors over three days where very productive follow up meetings were held with their Sister City
Committees. Included in the visitations was the gracious traditional Mexican hospitality.
NOVEMBER ‘18
Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta
Sister City Committee
P. O. Box 3718
Santa Barbara, CA 93130
